Constabulary Corner
PC Simon Fraser & PC Andy Faulds
As we near the month of December and our fi rst fall of snow does not seem that far away, we all need to once again think of winter road safety.
Police Scotland will, as always, target the usual area’s which are more relevant at this time of the year.
Drink Driving Even today with all the press and media coverage people will insist on driving whilst under the infl uence of alcohol. It only takes a minor road accident or a routine stop to loose your licence, and if you cause an accident where someone is seriously injured or worse you can expect a jail term. Common sense should prevail on offi ce night outs or parties, nominate a driver, get a taxi or get picked up. Be careful of the morning after as too much alcohol at night may result in being over the limit in the morning.
Colder nights As the colder nights approach, we should all make sure the windows of our vehicles are cleaned properly. And remember don’t leave the car running and go back to the house, it may get stolen as has happened in the past!!! Check your car has plenty of anti freeze and always carry some de-icer for your windscreen washers.
Lights and Tyres Although we don’t do it, we should be checking regularly that
operating properly in our vehicles.
all the bulbs are It only
takes a minute and saves you getting stopped by the police. Same with tyres a quick check
30 To advertise in thewire t. 07720 429 613 e.
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Road conditions To avoid road accidents at this time of the year we all need to adjust to road conditions. The majority of collisions occur due to driving too fast for conditions. When it’s frosty or wet slow down.
Remember to put on your seat belt, don’t use mobile phones and concentrate on your driving.
A simple common sense approach to road safety would help to minimise the risk of collisions and reduce the number of motoring off ences handed out by the police.
Help us to reduce the number of statistics in the Dunblane area by heeding some of the above advice. We at Dunblane are committed to reducing the collisions and off ences in our area.
Andy Faulds/Simon Fraser Community Team
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